NHTSA Campaign 12V375000

EQUIPMENT

Issued by VERMEER MANUFACTURING COMPANY · Reported Aug 2, 2012 · 3,450 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Vermeer is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 single axle brush chipper trailers because the axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation from the brush chipper.

Consequence

If the axle separates from the brush chipper, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Vermeer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began ion August 21, 2012. Owners may contact Vermeer at 641-628-3141.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VERMEER BC1000XL 2011 3,450
VERMEER BC1000XL 2012 3,450
VERMEER BC1200XL 2009 3,450
VERMEER BC1200XL 2010 3,450
VERMEER BC1200XL 2011 3,450
VERMEER BC1200XL 2012 3,450
VERMEER BC1500 2011 3,450
VERMEER BC1500 2012 3,450
VERMEER BC1800XL 2012 3,450

Source: NHTSA Campaign 12V375000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.